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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1908
Page
2
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for lame back and kidney bladder ailments. It promotes samples and a medical book by mail and urges readers to mention the paper offer. It lists Binghamton New York as the company location and notes bottle prices and availability.
The Rev M Knoll, formerly pastor of the German Evangelical church in Muscatine, died in a Des Moines hospital at age 62. He served here about fifteen years. his daughter Ellen taught German at the high school. Funeral services were held in Cedar Falls with several German Evangelical clergy attending. His family plans to move to Muscatine next spring.
Mr. J. P. Klote of Edina Missouri reports using Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for stomach trouble and finds them more beneficial than any other remedy. For sale by all druggists.
The thirty-ninth annual Muscatine County Sunday School convention will be held December 3 at the United Brethren church in Cranston. Local church workers will lead devotions, lessons, and discussions with speakers including Rev. Wm. Stice Rev. DeWitte White and J. G. Mitchell Y M C A. Delegates and committees will be assigned in the morning with a long afternoon program and an evening address by Rev. F. F. Fitch.
Letts Iowa November 19. The house of Mrs. Mary Dalton was destroyed by fire about 2 o clock this morning. The structure was a comparatively new building located in the southeastern part of town. Estimated loss stands at 1500 dollars.
Local basketball opener at the armory features Muscatineards dominating Lone Tree with rapid teamwork and strong defense. Roach and Richards spark the win as the Muscatine five outpace the inlanders, while Lone Tree struggles on the smooth floor. Referee O. E. Johnson officiates.
An advertisement touts Gauss Catarrh Cure as a radical permanent treatment for catarrh detailing dangers like bad breath ulcers and decay. It offers a free trial package by mail to any sufferer, urging readers to send name and address to receive treatment.
Great interest surrounds the contest as South Muscatine battles Rock Island Independents. Lady Boston’s Islanders seek revenge for an early season 5 point loss, with Crow back at end and Hubbard to quarterback for a 3 o'clock Sunday game.
A senior basketball league was formed at the local Y M C A with only senior class members eligible to play and a weekly gym class attendance requirement. The season starts next Wednesday with contests held each Wednesday evening. Teams include Sox Leysen W Baker Addle man W Davis Wilson Weltz Ruddy Cubs Black Stan Hudson Geo Herman R Ribak Eichenauer Chas Nyenhuis Tilgner Giants Steinmetz Harry Hudson Barnard H Eustler Emil Johnson H Woolverton R Crozier Eaton Tigers R Schenck E Schenck Schreurs W Johnson King Fulliam Ethal Parks.
The Ladies' Aid Society of the First Baptist church hosted its annual turkey dinner and sale last evening. Several hundred meals were served and booths were well patronized. Chairs included Mrs. Carl Barnard, Mrs. C. H. Reesink, Mrs. Clifford Kline, Mrs. E. E. Holmes, Mrs. Frank Kiefner, and Miss Addie Washburn. Kitchen and other committees led by Mrs. Walton, Mrs. Kell, Mrs. Brandenburg, Mrs. George Porter, Miss Sarah Hawley, Miss Anna Lewis, Mrs. G. B. Samuels, and solicitors Mrs. Hurlbut, Mrs. Raff, and Mrs. Prosser.
Robbers broke into A W Jones store in Conesville Tuesday night causing mischief. They stole two coats valued at three dollars each wool undergarments sweaters canned goods and a small amount of cash from the register. Entry was gained by prying open a rear window and the culprits exited through the back door. Mrs Jas Robison returned Thursday to Lone Tree after visiting here.
The community hears about visiting relatives and residents traveling to visit kin grocery and church events. The Ladies Aid plans a December bazaar with Christmas gift articles. Nellie Miller returns from Newton to stay for holidays. Anita Jean finishes school term and spends vacation in Cedar Falls. Families visit J. S. Beck and others. A Virginian Warblers concert at the Reformed church pleases all. Do not buy watered oysters. Sealshipt oysters are recommended with proper packing.
Bids will be received for the house and barn behind the Elks' new home. They may be sold together or separately. The board may reject any bid. Bids close at 6 p.m. November 1. John P. Breen secretary.
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